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About

Nettleswell is a residential area in Harlow, Essex, known for its mix of housing styles, including post-war homes and more modern developments. The area is primarily residential, with quiet streets and green spaces like Netteswellbury Woods, offering walking paths and nature spots. Local amenities include schools, shops, and community facilities, catering to everyday needs.

The area has good transport links, with Harlow Town railway station nearby, providing connections to London and Cambridge. Nettleswell is close to Harlow town centre, which offers shopping, leisure, and employment opportunities. The neighbourhood maintains a suburban feel, with a focus on family living and convenience.

Area overview

On average Nettleswell has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 112 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 34.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Nettleswell is £42,200 per year. There are 6 schools in Nettleswell: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
112
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
34.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Nettleswell Population
8,412
Population density
3,432.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,768
68.56%
Other White
872
10.36%
African
402
4.78%
Pakistani
156
1.85%
Indian
150
1.78%
Total population: 8,413

Housing

Housing tenure

Social rents from council
1,166
32.84%
Owns with a mortgage
872
24.56%
Owns outright
675
19.01%
Private landlord or letting agency
636
17.91%
Other social rented
116
3.27%
Total households: 3,551

Property prices in Nettleswell

Based on 92 recent sales, the median property price is £296,000 in Nettleswell area, with individual transactions ranging from £105,000 up to £600,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Nettleswell in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Nettleswell over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached3£422,000
Flats37£210,000
Semi-Detached7£410,000
Terraced45£325,000

10 years median price trend in Nettleswell

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Nettleswell.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.